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Supporting Scotland’s vibrant voluntary sector

Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations

The Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations is the membership organisation for Scotland's charities, voluntary organisations and social enterprises. Charity registered in Scotland SC003558. Registered office Caledonian Exchange, 19A Canning Street, Edinburgh EH3 8EG.

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The Trust's aim is to champion mental well-being for all. They provide grants to UK registered charities whose work supports those with mental health issues and provides support and activities which tackle, in particular but not exclusively, suicide, online bullying and grief, fostering hope and resilience, working both in the UK and beyond.

  • Work towards improving mental health support to vulnerable and marginalised people in the UK and for most specific grant themes, internationally, on topics such as suicide prevention awareness, online harm and bereavement support.
  • Transform loss into legacy providing grants which fuel progress in areas such as suicide prevention, supportive online experiences, well-being services, and compassionate grief support, thereby providing space where those in need feel safe, connected and empowered.
  1. Breaking the link between homelessness and poor mental health
  2. Reduction in the effects of social media on mental health
  3. Reduction of Social Isolation
  4. Improving mental health outcomes for children and young people

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Geographical areas funded: UK European Union Overseas

Fund type

Type of funding:
Grant
Type of cost:
Revenue

Fund award sizes

Average:
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Annually awarded:
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Notes on award amounts:
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Who can apply

UK registered charities whose work supports those with mental health issues, working both in the UK and beyond. Must have a written constitution, charitable aims and impact in local, UK or international settings; and a minimum of 3 Trustees who are not related.

Maximum annual income:
£1,000,000

When to apply

Currently closed. Applications for the 2025 grant round are expected to open in November 2025.

How to apply

Complete the online form via their website.

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Exclusions

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Activites funded: Mental health care

Beneficiaries funded: Mental health conditions

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